2009 Bentley Arnage vs. 1998 Ferrari 456M
To start off, 2009 Bentley Arnage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ferrari 456M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ferrari 456M would be higher. At 6,749 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Bentley Arnage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Bentley Arnage (450 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1998 Ferrari 456M. (435 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Bentley Arnage should accelerate faster than 1998 Ferrari 456M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Bentley Arnage weights approximately 965 kg more than 1998 Ferrari 456M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Bentley Arnage (875 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ferrari 456M. (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Bentley Arnage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ferrari 456M.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Bentley Arnage | 1998 Ferrari 456M | |
| Make | Bentley | Ferrari |
| Model | Arnage | 456M |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6749 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 435 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 875 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.2 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.6:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2655 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 96 L | 110 L |
